Caralee Fontenele is the founder and director of Collective Family Law. Caralee is a determined, energetic, and inspiring thought leader in the family law space, shifting how people perceive and move through divorce and separation. Championing change and collaborating with businesses and people to deliver divorce services that promote wellbeing and positive outcomes for her clients is what motivates Caralee every day. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from...
Aug 23, 2022•20 min
For over 20 years Brendan Gibson has been working in the technology space, he has worked with IT business owners on gaining efficiencies in their business - loves helping people. In 2019, Brendan's business was faced with a net loss in the business and asked the question - "Is this worth it?" Reading the book "Profit First" Brendan committed that as of 1 July 2019 his company was going to make a profit. By June 2020 the business was up 200%! Being so passionate about the process, he decided to h...
Aug 16, 2022•28 min
As a young child Shana had big dreams of traveling the world. Her family - refugees who escaped from a war torn country called East Timor in 1975 to Australia - taught her the meaning of resilience and fighting for what is right. When her kidneys failed, Shana recognized that she would need to lift herself and her executive training kicked in. Today, Shana continues to excel in the Advertising industry and using her skills to share herself with the world. Her experiences bring hope to anyone who...
Aug 09, 2022•29 min
Yassin Hall is the CEO of B.O.S.S Class LLC., teaching others to master Amazon, Walmart, eBay & other e-commerce platforms. She have traveled the world mentoring teens and adults reach their greatest potential with resilience as she have done. Yassin love dedicating time, services and efforts to numerous organizations dedicated to mental wellness in the Caribbean and in the U.S.A. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ ...
Jul 12, 2022•22 min
Innovation does not always have to be a massive and world-changing event. The simplicity of progressive shifts, incremental improvements, and adjustments can lead to a lot of innovation. Join us today as Shivani shares her experiences on how space can lead to creativity. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani.com
Jul 05, 2022•15 min
Kim Phuc, a nine-year-old girl, was seen running naked in a Vietnam street in the midst of a South Vietnamese napalm attack in 1972. Today, Shivani will take us on her fairly deep journey of forgiveness and how Kim changed her perspective in forgiving. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani.com
Jun 28, 2022•14 min
Many people have told us that if you're not learning, you're dying, and that keeping our brain active is essential. Learning has definitely been one of Shivani's top three passions for the most of her life, both consciously and unconsciously. Join us today as Shivani shares her journey to continuous learning path. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@asks...
Jun 21, 2022•19 min
As a philanthropist and award-winning serial software, finance, and social impact entrepreneur for more than 20 years, living between Los Angeles and Paris, Arnaud went through his awakening at 13. While having a successful career in Finance and Technology across continents, he has been travelling throughout the world to study the different religions and philosophies in his relentless quest to understand himself. His life purpose is now to open billions of hearts and help them find harmony insid...
May 31, 2022•15 min
Tom Cronin is a renowned speaker and corporate meditation and mindfulness trainer recognised nationally and internationally for his classes and programs as a leadership expert. He has been featured on TV and in the media sharing his insights and strategies for success in the corporate workplace. Often known as 'The King of Calm', Tom is recognised for his inspiring, empowering and humorous presentations on leadership, stress management, mindfulness and empowerment. Follow Shivani on @askshivani ...
May 24, 2022•19 min
Mat Bowtell is the founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands, an Australian charity who designs and 3D prints hands and assistive devices. The hands are provided for free, to children and adults all around the world and they even pay the postage! Mat freely shares his designs under an open-source licence so others can make and repair their own devices and to encourage further innovation. Mat's goal is to significantly bring down the cost of assistive technology to help those who currently cannot access o...
May 17, 2022•25 min
Are you one of the million individuals who have been watching "Bridgeton"? Join us today as I identify what sparked my interest in this television series from a diversity point of view. Here's a link where you may read more about Bridgeton's character: https://collider.com/bridgerton-sharma-family-explained/ Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani...
May 10, 2022•14 min
Elizabeth Rosenberg is an entrepreneur, charismatic leader and visionary who drives authentic change and purposeful impact through her work. As the founder of The Good Advice Company, a marketing and communications consultancy, and with more than two decades of experience working with some of the most innovative brands and leaders in the world, Elizabeth taps her knowledge, intuition and truths to uncover and amplify purpose and ownable narratives. Based in Los Angeles, Elizabeth is currently wr...
May 03, 2022•23 min
In this world, there are so many of us who are suffering and there are so many who are happy, the most important thing is to be able to do something for the happiness of others, it makes us feel better and brings more joy to our lives. Join us today in our encouraging episode to discover how we can make a real difference to those in need, to be more fulfilled, and help others because this is the highest reward for our existence. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all u...
Apr 26, 2022•16 min
Liberte is as a self-made woman with an ambitious spirit, she has an eye for design and renovation, starting and selling multiple businesses, and doing over 25 property developments in SEQ and Northern NSW. She has been recognised as the finalist in two categories by HIA (Housing Industry Association: The national industry association for residential building in Australia) for Exceptional Young Woman in Industry and Exceptional Business Development Professional. Her main focus is in the resident...
Apr 19, 2022•19 min
A bystander is a person who is in a position to help someone who is being harmed. It's in a position to step in and help in a situation. But, is it a great thing to be a bystander or not? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Join us today as Shivani shares her insights on this societal phenomenon and how you can help people in our community that needs support. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www....
Apr 13, 2022•13 min
A healthy body needs a healthy mind and it's essential that we acknowledge where our energy is depleted. Join us today as Shivani outlines the input and output of energy, as well as how to build successful energy management. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani.com
Mar 28, 2022•11 min
At the age of 22, Rebecca packed a small bag and booked a one-way ticket to Sydney with her laptop and just $500 in her pocket as she boarded that plane. She had a dream of living in Australia and building her own company to sponsor herself to stay here. Fast forward a decade and Rebecca has built a global production company, has a purpose built film studio in Sydney where she produces live virtual events and education content, and has a selection of online courses including her signature progra...
Mar 22, 2022•22 min
Sobia Zafar is an executive transformation coach, helping brilliant leaders go from success to fulfillment so that they can be the change they want to see in the world. These are the leaders who live, love and lead wholeheartedly. She has worked with the United Nations and Fortune 100 companies on transformational projects and has created internationally acclaimed leadership groups to bring about global change. Through her speaking, consulting, training and writing, she shares how we can create ...
Feb 21, 2022•18 min
Fiona is a very passionate, plant-based home cook. She is the founder of Wholesome Bellies, created from her passion for healthy eating and cooking. Fiona's intention is to inspire you to fall in love with vegetables and learn how to transform plants into mouth-watering, unbelievable meals your friends and family will keep coming back for. Join us today to learn more about how she decided to move out of the business with her husband and pursue her side hustle of Wholesome Bellies as a full-time ...
Feb 14, 2022•26 min
Alex is a a Business Mentor, Strategist and Mindset Coach. She specialises in guiding driven female entrepreneurs design and execute their ultimate business. Alex has often been referred to as the 'breath of fresh air' that was needed to get her clients out of their own way and welcome in success to their life and business. Through her unique and proven 3-pillar formula of mentorship, strategy and mindset, Alex has propelled over 200 Australian businesses to their next level. Follow Shivani on @...
Feb 07, 2022•29 min
Lisa Mulligan is the Head of Diversity and Inclusion at Worley, a global engineering and project management company. She is passionate about issues of diversity, equity and inclusion and is the host of the popular podcast A Dog Called Diversity. Join us today as Lisa shares her passion and focus in developing people, and in particular, leaders in organisations to help them create an effective organisational culture. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from h...
Feb 01, 2022•25 min
Amanda Vodic is a Medium. Through Channeled Astrology™, she help you discover the meaningful work your soul's been calling you to, and translate that into practical steps you can use to build a joy-filled business that will change the world. Join us today to learn more about her journey to this passion and how she now use her calling to guide you to yours. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.c...
Jan 24, 2022•28 min
Ben Walker is a Chartered Accountant with over a decade of experience. He is the founder and CEO of Inspire, and co-author of Cashed Up: The 7 Steps Method of Pulling More Money, Time and Happiness from Your Business. Ben is the Winner of coveted Anthill Online '30under30' award for 2014 and was named a finalist in the Brisbane Young Entrepreneur of the Year award. Join us today to learn more about Ben's journey to inspire others create a business that gives them the freedom to put family first ...
Jan 10, 2022•18 min
Sally is a progressive HR Leader and Coach, who has just left the corporate world and set up her own business HR consulting business. She also have a make up and skincare 'side gig' for over 3 years and part of an amazing book project with 19 other women called Changemakers at the end of 2019 and as a result Sally became an Amazon best selling author. Join us today as Sally shares her calling in life to make a positive impact on other people's lives and have a particular interest in mentoring an...
Jan 03, 2022•17 min
Kirsten is a registered psychologist by profession and has been working in private practice for over 10 years. In 2020, Covid struck and Kirsten's life, like many, changed. She decided to take a break from her work and at the same time, a break from alcohol. Needless to say that decision had a bigger impact on her than Covid itself, as she soon realised how beneficial alcohol-free living really was and that's Point Zero Cellars was founded in May 2021 by Kirsten Chalmers. Join us today to learn ...
Dec 14, 2021•27 min
Since the pandemic in 2020, there has been a lot of discussion about the Great Resignation. Join us today as Shivani talks about this matter, what some of the statistics are, and what you as an employee or employer can do to manage them. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani.com
Dec 06, 2021•11 min
Setting boundaries is a crucial aspect of mental health and well-being. Appropriate boundaries can take many forms depending on the situation, but they must be established in all aspects of one's life. In today's encouraging episode of AskShivani podcast, Shivani shares her experiences and tips for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries with your family, friends, and work colleagues. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.co...
Nov 29, 2021•17 min
Melissa Marsden is a Workplace Dynamics Strategist who works with emerging leaders, corporates and professional services firms to create environments that drive high performance teams. Her passion for business has enabled her to develop the workplace strategy framework recognized in the Innovation Category, as a multi-award winning entrepreneur and three-time finalist in the Telstra Business Women's Awards. Join us today as Melissa shares her journey of seeking inspiration and opportunities to i...
Nov 22, 2021•25 min
Cheryl is an experienced Non-Executive Director (NED) and Remuneration and Nominations Committee Chair. Outside of the boardroom, she is a passionate mentor, having provided mentoring for over 20 years, formally and informally, particularly to professional corporate and entrepreneurial women. Formally, a mentor for Women on Boards, Mentor Walks, Her Business and The Marketing Academy. In today's inspiring episode of the AskShivani podcast, Cheryl shares her experiences that gave her a diverse pe...
Nov 15, 2021•20 min
Dealing with a narcissist can destroy your self-esteem and leave you feeling dismayed. It can make you feel worthless and undervalued. It's a never-ending loop of manipulation that only gets worse as time goes on. Join us today as Shivani talks about different strategies in terms of being able to deal with a narcissist, how to create boundaries and practice self-care to help us recognise who we're dealing with and how to communicate with them in the healthiest way possible. Follow Shivani on @as...
Nov 08, 2021•22 min